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January 22, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

IOWA BICYCLE COALITION IOWA BIKE EXPO & BANQUET FEATURES TRAIL BLAZING FEMALE CYCLIST & OLYMPIC GOLD CHAMP

DES MOINES, IA – The Iowa Bicycle Coalition will host the Iowa Bike Expo is a must-attend event for cycling & outdoor enthusiasts, as one of the Midwest’s largest one-day bike shows it draws over 5,000 attendees and features the latest in bikes, gear, trail destinations, rides, and innovations. There

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January 22, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Art selected for Ingersoll Projector Showcase

Schedule announced for unique public art installation January 22, 2026 (DES MOINES) – New works of art will soon light up the night along Ingersoll Avenue this winter and spring. The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand is thrilled to announce the artist selections and schedule for their upcoming Projector Showcase.

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January 21, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

WEST DES MOINES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES 2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

WEST DES MOINES, IA (Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced its 2026 Board of Directors, a group of local and regional leaders who will help guide the Chamber and support the continued growth of the West Des Moines community. Board

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January 21, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

AAA Warns Drivers to Prep Vehicles and Plan Ahead for Safety

OMAHA, NE (January 21, 2025) — With cold temperatures in the forecast and the possibility of snow, ice, and sleet creating hazardous conditions, AAA – The Auto Club Group urges drivers to take proactive steps to stay safe on the roads. Winter weather can be deadly: the U.S. Department of

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January 21, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Weary Ramblers Win International Blues Challenge in Memphis Chad Elliott Wins Best Guitarist Award

[MEMPHIS, TN] – Weary Ramblers won the solo/duo category of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN on Jan. 17, 2026. In addition, Weary Ramblers member Chad Elliott won Best Guitarist in the solo/duo category. “It was a surreal moment for the two of us. We both were honored and

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January 21, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

United Way of Central Iowa and Bankers Trust Collaborate on Upcoming Episodes of Community Difference Makers Podcast

Des Moines, Iowa (Jan. 20, 2026) – United Way of Central Iowa is collaborating with Bankers Trust on the Community Difference Makers podcast in 2026 to elevate central Iowa’s most critical issues. The first episode is set to release Jan. 21.   Through this collaboration, this season of Community Difference

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January 16, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Des Moines Women’s Club to Award Scholarships

The Des Moines Women’s Club (DMWC) promotes life-long learning opportunities that help scholars reach their educational, professional and personal goals by awarding over $50,000 in scholarships each year. Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors in the fields of instrumental music, literature, STEM, theater arts, visual arts, and vocal music.

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January 16, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

DES MOINES METRO OPERA ANNOUNCES 40 APPRENTICE ARTISTS FOR 2026 FESTIVAL SEASON

Indianola, IA— Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO) is pleased to announce the 40 singers selected for the 2026 Frank R. Brownell III Apprentice Artist Program, one of the nation’s oldest and most respected professional training programs for emerging opera artists. Selected from a highly competitive national audition tour, the 2026

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January 16, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

HINTERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL UNVEILS 2026 CAMPFIRE STAGE LINEUP FEATURING NOURISHED BY TIME, BETWEEN FRIENDS, THE BROOK & THE BLUFF, DIE SPITZ, PIXEL GRIP, NINAJIRACHI, BUFFALO TRAFFIC JAM, AND GOUGE AWAY

Hinterland Music Festival has announced the lineup for the Campfire Stage, “the festival after the festival,” located within the Hinterland campgrounds, offering intimate performances from Nourished by Time, Pixel Grip, Between Friends, Ninajirachi, The Brook & The Bluff, Buffalo Traffic Jam, Die Spitz, and Gouge Away. Camping is central to

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January 16, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Urbandale closes 2025 with record permit activity and one of its strongest housing years on record

Urbandale ended 2025 with its highest-ever overall building-permit activity and valuation, driven by sustained housing demand and continued private investment citywide. The City issued 1,552 building permits in 2025—the most on record—totaling $269.3 million in permitted valuation.  Urbandale, IA – In 2025, Urbandale permitted 646 total dwelling units, including 311 single-family detached homes, 120 townhome units, and 215 multi-family

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